How much does a fence erector make in Tennessee?
$45,330a year
Median yearly pay for fence erectors in Tennessee. That is $21.79 an hour or $3,778 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.79
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,410Median: $45,330Highest 10%: $55,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,410 | $17.50 | |
| 25th | $38,200 | $18.37 | |
| Median | $45,330 | $21.79 | |
| 75th | $47,230 | $22.71 | |
| 90th | $55,080 | $26.48 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $46,820 |
| Jackson, TN | $45,800 |
| Memphis, TN | $44,610 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $39,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fence erectors.
| 28. Arkansas | $46,150 |
| 29. Michigan | $45,800 |
| 30. Florida | $45,550 |
| 31. Tennessee | $45,330 |
| 32. Maine | $45,310 |
| 33. West Virginia | $45,040 |
| 34. Oregon | $44,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fence erector make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $21.79 ($45,330 a year).
Do fence erectors make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $45,330 against $47,980 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for fence erector pay?
Tennessee ranks 31 of 45 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays fence erectors the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $46,820 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.